Topic: Swampy: it is his time now RIP little choc-o-late monster my love (Read 366937 times)

Bazsmum · « **Reply #3093 on:** November 14, 2009, 00:53:56 AM »

Quote from: swampmaxmum on November 13, 2009, 23:03:04 PM

Could you just leave it where it is for a bit longer please as that would be a comfort for some reason, to log in and see it where it is. I'd also like to know if it's possible to save it all as it is like a diary of my Swampy's last 14 months. I mean to my hdd.

I know exactly what you mean here Kate.....I know I could not face this section without seeing this thread....

Im so happy you have his Purr forever!

bunglycat · « **Reply #3092 on:** November 14, 2009, 00:49:44 AM »

Hoping you have a safe journey and all goes well -will be thinking of you

Gill (sneakiefeline) · « **Reply #3091 on:** November 13, 2009, 23:09:21 PM »

yes it is possible but will take a long time cos you will have to do in sections and if you want all the smilies, you may have to do from modify so will take a very long time.

i would test doing a page and see what happens.

I have tried to download a big thread and it seemed to work until iI looked at it and couldnt read it.

I can remove this post ands my other one later so as not to sp[il the thread.

It can stay where it is as long as you want or forever

swampmaxmum · « **Reply #3090 on:** November 13, 2009, 23:03:04 PM »

Could you just leave it where it is for a bit longer please as that would be a comfort for some reason, to log in and see it where it is. I'd also like to know if it's possible to save it all as it is like a diary of my Swampy's last 14 months. I mean to my hdd.

going to bed now and don't think I will be online tomorrow so thank you again to everyone

Gill (sneakiefeline) · « **Reply #3089 on:** November 13, 2009, 22:49:25 PM »

would you like me to move this thread to rainbow bridge kate as it has so many tributes on it?

Or it can split or just left, there is no rush.

let me know when you are ready

swampmaxmum · « **Reply #3088 on:** November 13, 2009, 22:46:05 PM »

I am overwhelmed with the love for Swampy and support that all of you have given us over this time and now in tribute to little Swampy. Sarasara, I am just amazed and want to thank you so much. I read your poem to OH and he was in tears as well, how incredibly kind of you to write that for us all

Thank you everyone. The flat is quiet and weird without Swampy and of course without Max as well. For so long our boys have always been here. We are nervous about our trip tomorrow and hope that all goes well. For one thing the weather is wild and we have a tiny car that must get through and we must bring him home. Home is where he belongs forever. And in my heart and that of my OH.

Thank you everyone for helping us to feel less alone in our grief. I have had cats since I was a tiny girl many moons ago, but none like Swampy.

AliCat · « **Reply #3087 on:** November 13, 2009, 22:32:45 PM »

RIP little one.

Leanne · « **Reply #3086 on:** November 13, 2009, 21:37:36 PM »

Kate what you did for Swampy in the last 14 months was amazing the way you cared and looked after him, and researched into everything possible to help him.

I am sure that Swampy is with Max and they are playing hard on the rainbow bridge.

RIP Swampy you will never be forgotten by your purrs family.

bonnielass · « **Reply #3085 on:** November 13, 2009, 20:40:51 PM »

Kate im so sorry to hear this very very sad news

You gave so much to the little man and im sure you must be totally heartbroken

RIP Swampy reunited with your brother Max and safe and well on the bridge

purrdy1 · « **Reply #3084 on:** November 13, 2009, 20:31:23 PM »

I am sooo sorry to hear about your beloved swampy puss.....Words cannot express the utter ache i feel for you right now......all i can say is i send you love and undersatanding......i know what you are going through......with love to you and yours xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

sarasara · « **Reply #3083 on:** November 13, 2009, 20:25:38 PM »

The Great Swampy.

We've known many pussies that filled us with pride
In the days that are gone and it can't be denied,
But the greatest and the bravest the world did ever see
Was our Champion of Champions: the Brave cat Swampy.

In the long days of his ilness and oft sleepless night
There were so many hearts who kept him in sight
His heroic brave efforts to deal with his pain
And to take all his meds gave him well deserved fame

How lucky for him of all places to come
Was into the care of his sweet Swampmaxmum
Sweet Swampmaxmum and kind Swampmax dad
No greater friends he could ever had

A cat of such beauty he remained to the end
A cat who had lost his dearest Max friend
A cat that had suffered more than we can know
He laid down his pain when the time came to go

He laid down his pain in the lap of his mum
Who will suffers it on for some time to come
For Swampy runs free in the light of that place
Where all go to rest at the end of life's race

And Swampy looks down and says mum "don't you cry!"
Look after yourself, eat well please just try
Look after yourself so Swamps can feel free
To play on the bridge and climb the great tree

If Swampy sees mum is keeping ok
Then he can feel free to run and to play
No cat was so cared for as history will tell
And given the challenge his mummy did well

His mum did her best and all that entailed
And should never feel that she in anyway failed
She did her best which was all she could do
Her devotion and care we all really knew

Aye, We've known many pussies that filled us with pride
In the days that are gone and it can't be denied,
But the greatest and the Bravest the world did ever see
Was our Champion of Champions: the Brave cat Swampy.

Debsymiller (Rufus' mum) · « **Reply #3082 on:** November 13, 2009, 19:59:21 PM »

I'm so sorry hun. You were an amazing mummy to him. Play hard at the bridge little man

Gillian Harvey · « **Reply #3081 on:** November 13, 2009, 19:08:51 PM »

Oh Kate, I'm so sorry, you fought so long and hard for him RIP Swampy

Mark · « **Reply #3080 on:** November 13, 2009, 18:55:22 PM »

I'm so sorry Kate, no cat could have had a more devoted slave

I really don't know what to say but please don't be hard on yourself. He was a gorgeous boy

Sue P (Paddysmum) · « **Reply #3079 on:** November 13, 2009, 18:54:12 PM »

Kate - love knows no limits, no boundaries, no barriers that cannot be overcome. You have enjoyed the most special of relationships with your lovely Swampmonster. A candle burns brightly in our house for all of you tonight.

Sweet dreams, Swampy.

Kate - let your heart soar for Swampy. You gave him what no-one could surpass. That bond will never be broken. Never.

Max - you have your friend back. Look after each other.

Kirst · « **Reply #3078 on:** November 13, 2009, 18:45:47 PM »

Kate , I don't know what to say hun.

R.I.P Swampy , healthy again at the brige , and reunited with your buddy Max. Please let you Mum know you are safe there , she will miss you terribly.

nicter · « **Reply #3077 on:** November 13, 2009, 18:30:56 PM »

to you and oh kate
RIP swampy.

pappilon · « **Reply #3076 on:** November 13, 2009, 18:26:00 PM »

RIP Swampy.

Kate.x

Michelle (furbabystar) · « **Reply #3075 on:** November 13, 2009, 17:54:35 PM »

RIP Swampy - reunited with Max forever xxxx

Gill (sneakiefeline) · « **Reply #3074 on:** November 13, 2009, 17:49:46 PM »

You gave Swampy everything you could and i am sure he has already found Max up there on the Bridge

RIP Swampy, you have left a pawprint in your humans hearts

koscha (Ruth M) · « **Reply #3073 on:** November 13, 2009, 17:44:59 PM »

Farewell Swampy, be at peace with Max at the bridge

Blessings upon both of you at this difficult time...you were truely devoted parents even to the last.

sheryl · « **Reply #3072 on:** November 13, 2009, 17:44:38 PM »

Oh Kate sweetie, I am so sorry to read this - thinking of you xxx

RIP sweet Swampy - have fun at the Bridge and go and find Max and cuddle up together again xxx

Maddiesmum · « **Reply #3071 on:** November 13, 2009, 17:41:58 PM »

RIP my little chocolate nephew. I will never forget your bravery and spirit. I grew to love you as one of my own and I will miss you so much. I will be there for your mummy Swamps, I will send her love and hugs. Kate I can only imagine how you are feeling, I am gutted and have cried all day. Good night God bless you Swampy sweetheart. You are now the newest star in the sky, shine brightly for your mum tonight.

Yvonne · « **Reply #3070 on:** November 13, 2009, 17:21:16 PM »

The bridge babes looked around their garden and found an empty place,
Then they looked down upon this earth and saw your loving face,
they put their paws around you and lifted you to rest,
their garden must be beautiful; because they always take the best.

They knew that you were suffering;
they knew you were in pain,
And knew that you would never get well on earth again,
they saw your path was difficult; and closed your tired eyes.
Then whispered to you "Peace be Thine" and gave you wings to fly.

When we saw you sleeping so calm and free of pain,
we would not wish you back to earth to suffer once again.
You've left us precious memories; your love will be our guide.
You live on through your family, you're always by our side.

It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone.
For part of us went with you the day the Bridge called you home.

JackSpratt · « **Reply #3069 on:** November 13, 2009, 16:50:49 PM »

Sending you hugs, Kate. Swampy will already have found Max, I bet....

RIP, Ch.ocolate Monster.

Bazsmum · « **Reply #3068 on:** November 13, 2009, 15:58:59 PM »

Oh Kate Sweetie, I read this in bits as I am sure you are.....I wish I had a magic wand to wave to make you all better!

RIP Sweet Swampy, play hard on the bridge reunited with darling Max xxx

Janeyk · « **Reply #3067 on:** November 13, 2009, 15:44:12 PM »

RIP little Swampy, with your friend Max again now xx

Sootyca · « **Reply #3066 on:** November 13, 2009, 15:43:58 PM »

I'm so sorry.

CarolM (Wendolene) · « **Reply #3065 on:** November 13, 2009, 15:40:46 PM »

Quote from: swampmaxmum on November 13, 2009, 15:30:18 PM

................... I just hope and pray he is at peace now, with Max and in the sun having a lovely reunion.

I'm sure he is. I think we all appreciate just how hard this must be for you after caring for him so selflessly for so long

Liz · « **Reply #3064 on:** November 13, 2009, 15:39:11 PM »

Kate so glad his pasing was peaceful now reunited with Max

moira · « **Reply #3063 on:** November 13, 2009, 15:37:45 PM »

Play hard at the bridge, little man. Never forgotten.

bunglycat · « **Reply #3062 on:** November 13, 2009, 15:33:56 PM »

I am so sorry to hear this news - although i never met him i was so touched by his and your story and your devotion to each other.
I am pleased he went peacefully and am sure he is now with Max playing together.
Thinking of you at this sad time

RIP Little choclit angel

Dawn F · « **Reply #3061 on:** November 13, 2009, 15:33:37 PM »

Kate, you went above and beyond the call of duty for your boys - you should have no regrets, he is at peace now

swampmaxmum · « **Reply #3060 on:** November 13, 2009, 15:30:18 PM »

thank you everyone. Swampy passed away peacefully at 2.20 today, with his little tufty head resting on my knee, on his futon. Just before the vet came, the sun came out so he had a few minutes lying in the windowsill where Max passed away and where the 2 of them spent many happy hours sleeping.

The vet gave Swampy a sedative which made him fall fast asleep, then injected his kidney as he could not find a usable vein in his legs. We are going down to Dignity tomorrow for an individual cremation and will bring him home the same day. I am just hoping that the weather will not intervene for our journey as that would be awful.

Swampy's dad and I are heartbroken. We put him in his little leopard bed that is in the France photos, like Max's one and we cut off the metal bits of his favourite red harness and draped that over him. It always made him purr as it meant he was going outside on to the roof.

I can't type any more. I just hope and pray he is at peace now, with Max and in the sun having a lovely reunion.

pappilon · « **Reply #3059 on:** November 13, 2009, 13:51:53 PM »

Thinking of you and Swampy.

:hug:x

Lottie (Team Svartalfheim's) · « **Reply #3058 on:** November 13, 2009, 13:43:04 PM »

Thinking of you so much

Swampy has been so very brave and you have been the best cat slave he could have ever asked for

Dawn F · « **Reply #3057 on:** November 13, 2009, 13:40:58 PM »

totally agree with you trigger

Kay and Penny · « **Reply #3056 on:** November 13, 2009, 13:39:41 PM »

this is a sad day for all of us on Purrs, and especially for you Kate

but I really doubt anyone anywhere has done more for a beloved cat than you have done for Max and Swampy - and now this one final act of love

run free on the Bridge little man - sight and hearing restored

clarenmax · « **Reply #3055 on:** November 13, 2009, 13:28:28 PM »

Thinking of you Kate, and sending you all my strength for this afternoon

They never leave us, they're always in our hearts, and Swampy will be reunited with Max on the Bridge xxxx

AliCat · « **Reply #3054 on:** November 13, 2009, 13:01:35 PM »

Thinking of you today.

Author Topic: Swampy: it is his time now RIP little choc-o-late monster my love (Read 366937 times)